The swim starts and ends on the park's only beach. The course is marked with buoys which you can see in the picture to the right. Swim waves will have healthy gaps to prevent congestion on the bike course.

We will check the water temperature during the week leading up to the race so you can prepare. The water check on race morning will determine if wetsuits are legal. The temperature is always close to the cut off but so far wetsuits have been allowed every year. If the tempurature is too high for wetsuits to be legal by USAT standards you can still wear your wetsuit, complete the race, and get your time but you will not be eligible for awards.

If you need a break during the swim course you can hang on to a kayak or canoe, but you cannot make forward progress while doing so. If you need help or can't continue during the swim course please attempt to remove your swim cap and wave it above your head. We will be there as soon as we can.